Hernando County Association of REALTORS®

Florida property insurance lawsuits decline

August 5, 2026

Florida’s share of property insurance lawsuits has fallen sharply, a sign of market stability that could mean more coverage options and fewer closing delays.

Smaller generation reshaping future housing market

August 5, 2026

Gen Alpha has about 2 million fewer members than Gen Z did at the same ages, while high housing costs continue to delay when many young adults establish homes of their own.

Florida consumers grow more cautious about spending

August 5, 2026

Florida consumer sentiment fell to its lowest level since December 2023 as residents grew more concerned about their finances, the economy and major purchases.

Spotting legal risks before they escalate

August 4, 2026

Florida Realtors General Counsel Juana Watkins warned that routine advertising, screening and customer communications can create lawsuits or ethics complaints even when they do not lead to regulatory discipline. She urged Realtors to understand overlapping rules and seek guidance before acting in legal gray areas.

Mortgage rates face pressure from war and inflation

August 4, 2026

Rates could move higher in August as the war in Iran, persistent inflation and uncertainty over the Federal Reserve’s next steps keep pressure on Treasury yields.